Question

Which evidence best supports the claim that mutations are a source of inheritable genetic variation? (1 point)

Mutations are not inheritable from gametes because they are given from each parent.

Mutations affect protein synthesis which impacts the way traits are expressed.

Mutations can only happen during meiosis because genes are inherited.

Mutations affect the way DNA is created through transcription.

Answer 1

"Mutations affect protein synthesis which impacts the way traits are expressed."

Explanation: mutations change DNA sequences, which can alter proteins and thus an organism's traits; when those mutations are in gametes (germ cells) they can be passed to offspring, producing heritable variation.